Joakim Soria (RP)

The Royals transferred closer Joakim Soria (elbow surgery) to the 60-day DL on Thursday.

RotoInfo.com | May 3rd, 11:25am

05/03 - Transferred to 60-Day DL (Right elbow surgery - out for season)

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